A big myth in the knife world is
that out there somewhere is a knife that seriously cuts but
cannot rust. Knives claiming these super powers are usually made
with steels that are unable to hold a cutting edge for any
measurable amount of time. Finally a steel foundry in Japan
called Myodo Foundry makes this myth a reality with the
introduction of a new steel called H1. H1 steel is a PH steel,
meaning it is a precipitation-hardened steel. "Huh" you ask?
Utilizing .1% nitrogen instead of carbon to harden the steel, it
reaches a Rockwell hardness of 57-58rc. Spyderco uses H1 on its
new C91 Pacific Salt model.
All
internal steel parts are treated as well making them impervious
to rust and pitting and of course, salt. Those challenged by
cleaning and maintaining their knives will find the Pacific Salt
stays rust-free even if put away wet. The blade's hole is
enlarged to 14mm for easier opening/closing with gloved, wet or
cold hands. Textured in a checkerboard pattern, the yellow FRN
handle has a grippy texture and is fitted with a reversible
titanium pocket clip which positions for right-handers and
lefties. The addition of a lanyard hole offers a backup method
of attachment (thong or lanyard cord) for use around water where
once dropped, a knife is often lost or elusively hard to
retrieve.
Specifications
Pacific Salt
Blade Material
H-1
Knife
Length Overall
8
5/8"
Knife
Length Closed
4
15/16"
Blade Length:
3
13/16"
Hole Diameter
9/16"
Cutting edge
3
3/8"
Blade Thickness
1/8"
Weight
3 oz
Blade Style:
Spyder Edge
H-1 is a Japanese steel that actually doesn't have enough
carbon in it to be classified as steel, yet will hold an edge
similar to some of our high-carbon steels. H-1 uses Nitrogen in
the matrix to harden the steel similar to how carbon hardens
steel. H-1 is work hardened, that means that the more you use
the knife the harder the blade becomes.
Important:
The
divers knife is not a weapon, but an escape tool to
free himself from entanglements
